New Grad RN - Stepdown Overflow

Mission Health; Asheville (NC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical benefits

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Mission Health is seeking a Resident II Registered Nurse in Asheville, North Carolina, to join its year-long Residency Program. This role provides advanced clinical training and hands-on experience, preparing you for a registered nursing career with strong community support from educators and experienced nurses.

The RN Resident will deliver high-quality, patient-centered care, assess patient conditions, and administer medications while learning from a team committed to professional growth and clinical excellence.

Qualifications

• Basic Cardiac Life Support (BLS) certification within 30 days.
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification within a year.
• Registered Nurse License or Graduate Nurse status in North Carolina.

Responsibilities

• Assess patient condition during admission and scheduled shifts.
• Perform procedures and document care in the patient medical record.
• Administer prescribed medications and monitor for therapeutic responses.

Skills

Patient assessment

Medication administration

BLS certification

ACLS certification

Education

Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Nursing

Job description

Do you want to join an organization that invests in you? At Mission Hospital you come first! HCA Healthcare is committed to the growth and development of our future nurses.

The HCA Healthcare Residency Program is a year‑long program designed to give you hands‑on experience to help establish valuable clinical and critical thinking skills. As a Resident II Registered Nurse you will be surrounded by a supportive community of nurse educators, experienced nurses, and fellow residents that promote learning, clinical application, and socialization, shepherding you through the transition from student nurse to registered nurse.

Job Summary And Qualifications

• Advanced clinical training in a specialty area
• Monthly educational sessions
• Preceptorship training with a facility preceptor
• Measurement and evaluation of skills through hands‑on simulations
• Mentoring from experienced nurse leaders
• Working collaboratively on an evidence‑based practice project

The RN Resident coordinates and delivers high quality, patient‑centered care in accordance with the nature and specific requirements of the department and consistent with the scope and standards of practice for the relevant state and specialty. In collaboration with medical providers and other members of the care team, the RN Resident provides individualized, comprehensive, and compassionate care using established nursing models such as “Assess, Perform, Teach, and Manage.” The RN Resident serves as an advocate for patients, families and caregivers to support an unparalleled patient experience.

What will you do in this role

• Assess patient condition during admission and during each shift as scheduled, identifying and reporting any changes in patient status.
• Perform procedures, monitoring, or other functions as ordered by the medical provider(s). Document the administration of care in the patient medical record in a timely and thorough manner.
• Administer prescribed medications, monitor patient for therapeutic response, notify provider and intervene as appropriate in the event of an unintended response to medication.
• Respond promptly to patient requests. Strive to anticipate patient needs and resolve them proactively.
• Teach patients, families and caregivers about patient medical condition, patient status, treatment plan, medications and possible side effects, and follow‑up measures. Translate complex medical terminology to ensure complete understanding.

What qualifications you will need

• Basic Cardiac Life Support (BLS) obtained within 30 days of employment
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) obtained within 1 year of employment
• Other certifications may be required during employment
• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Nursing from an accredited nursing program
• Registered Nurse License or Graduate Nurse in the State
• No previous experience needed
• Some travel may be needed for training

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services
• Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services
• Paid time off, paid family leave, long‑ and short‑term disability coverage and leaves of absence
• Savings and retirement resources, including a 401(k) plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), employee stock purchase plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling
• Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and partnership with Galen College of Nursing
• Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts

Mission Hospital, located in Asheville, North Carolina, serves as the regional tertiary and quaternary care center in Western North Carolina. Mission Hospital is licensed for 853 beds and is the region’s only trauma center, comprehensive stroke center, Level III neonatal intensive care unit, and the only children’s hospital in Western North Carolina. Mission Hospital is also a Magnet‑designated hospital for nursing excellence.

HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World's Most Ethical Companies. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.

Unlock your potential with a leading healthcare provider dedicated to the growth and development of our colleagues. We will provide you with the tools and resources you need to succeed in our organization. Apply today.

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.